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Your closet is most likely stocked with oodles of boots, so what do you do when it's time to leave the city behind and venture to locales where you can actually expose your toes? Buy sandals, that's what. For those of you who have forgotten where to procure these open-toed wonders, we've assembled a handy map of trusty summer sandal spots in the Bay Area.
Shaw Shoes is a requisite stop for the upmarket customer in Cow Hollow. This is your source for Rachel Zoe-favorites like Casadei, as well as Giuseppe Zanotti and Rene Caovilla.
Freda Salvador's studded flat sandals will give your summer look an edgy boost and a touch of San Francisco flare. It's a perfect way to fly the flag for Bay Area designers while you travel.
Sandals are rarely a practical choice in San Francisco, but when has Barney's been limited by the confines of practicality? Head here for your dream Miu Mius and Chloes.
If there's a drawback to DSW's Union Square store, it's that there may be too many options. Hard choices aside, this is a great, budget-friendly option for vacation sandals: If the airline loses your bag, at least you don't lose a small fortune.
This venerable SF department store is one of the pricier stops on this list, but maybe company's summer sale will give you an excuse to pick up a glamorous pair of Louboutins or Manolos.
The San Francisco-based designer's sandals aren't exactly practical for navigating the hilly terrain, but they're certainly showstoppers. After you check out the Hayes Street store, be sure to peruse the Fillmore boutique.
Loeffler Randall abounds at this Hayes Valley gem, not to mention Dries Van Noten, Dirk Bikkembergs, Veronique Branquino, Ann Demeulemeester, Chie Mihara, YMC, Fiorentini + Baker, Repetto, Vialis.
If you're looking for inexpensive summer shoes, check out Macy's massive shoe department. This is a one-stop-shop for MICHAEL Michael Kors, Nine West, Jessica Simpson, Steve Madden, and DV Dolce Vita.
Shaw Shoes is a requisite stop for the upmarket customer in Cow Hollow. This is your source for Rachel Zoe-favorites like Casadei, as well as Giuseppe Zanotti and Rene Caovilla.
Freda Salvador's studded flat sandals will give your summer look an edgy boost and a touch of San Francisco flare. It's a perfect way to fly the flag for Bay Area designers while you travel.
Sandals are rarely a practical choice in San Francisco, but when has Barney's been limited by the confines of practicality? Head here for your dream Miu Mius and Chloes.
If there's a drawback to DSW's Union Square store, it's that there may be too many options. Hard choices aside, this is a great, budget-friendly option for vacation sandals: If the airline loses your bag, at least you don't lose a small fortune.
This venerable SF department store is one of the pricier stops on this list, but maybe company's summer sale will give you an excuse to pick up a glamorous pair of Louboutins or Manolos.
The San Francisco-based designer's sandals aren't exactly practical for navigating the hilly terrain, but they're certainly showstoppers. After you check out the Hayes Street store, be sure to peruse the Fillmore boutique.
Loeffler Randall abounds at this Hayes Valley gem, not to mention Dries Van Noten, Dirk Bikkembergs, Veronique Branquino, Ann Demeulemeester, Chie Mihara, YMC, Fiorentini + Baker, Repetto, Vialis.
If you're looking for inexpensive summer shoes, check out Macy's massive shoe department. This is a one-stop-shop for MICHAEL Michael Kors, Nine West, Jessica Simpson, Steve Madden, and DV Dolce Vita.
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